hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I know this has probably been brought up many times, but this is seriously doing my head in now. On my old PC I had no problem whatsoever embedding photo's from PB into BC threads. When my old PC went belly up last year, I started using my son's old lap top. Again, getting photo's onto PB was no problem, but for some reason I found I couldn't embed them on BC. I just put that down to ghosts in that particular machine and resolved that once I replaced my computer I would be up and running again. I now have a brand new Mac. Again getting photo's onto PB is a doddle, even easier than before in fact, but do you think I can get them onto BC. I know how it should work, but it just doesn't and I'm beginning to lose the plot with it. FWIW, I always used to view the photo, click the DIRECT link and drop that onto BC. Always worked before, but not now. Any and all help would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) I've always clicked the IMG link, and that has always worked. Here's an attempt at using the DIRECT link: [url="http://i1170.photobucket.com/albums/r525/basstractor1/Whats%20this%20again_zpswpswwyb2.png"]http://i1170.photobu...zpswpswwyb2.png[/url] Edit: that didn't work for me either. BTW, if anyone knows what that picture is, then please tell me. I wonder about that. I'm convinced it's not Modesty Blaise, but who knows. Edited February 29, 2016 by BassTractor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 Thanks BT. I'm sure I used to use the Direct link and when I clicked on it, it used to say COPIED in the box. Doesn't do anything when I click on it now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 The copied bit doesn't work because it relies on having Flash installed and if you have a new Mac it won't be. The link you want is the IMG one. The format should look like this: [code][IMG]http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n249/BigRedX/Forum-Banner-2_zpszyj7v3et.gif[/IMG][/code] I can't help you with exactly where this is because I have customised my Photobucket preference to only show this and the HTML links. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456767387' post='2992051'] Doesn't do anything when I click on it now! [/quote] Ah! When I click DIRECT, it still says "Copied!" in the link box. I think you might just be the victim of the new rules that are being applied right now. Reportedly, PhotoBucket now wants you to pay before being allowed to link to your library from other sites. That possible? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1456769200' post='2992076'] The copied bit doesn't work because it relies on having Flash installed and if you have a new Mac it won't be. The link you want is the IMG one. The format should look like this: [code][IMG]http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n249/BigRedX/Forum-Banner-2_zpszyj7v3et.gif[/IMG][/code] I can't help you with exactly where this is because I have customised my Photobucket preference to only show this and the HTML links. [/quote] Ah. This is beginning to make sense now. For some reason I can't play embedded video on BC as the Mac tells me I'm "missing a plug-in". This never usually bothers me as I can watch video content on my iPad without issue. I wonder if resolving the plug-in issue would sort out PB maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1456769323' post='2992079'] Ah! When I click DIRECT, it still says "Copied!" in the link box. I think you might just be the victim of the new rules that are being applied right now. Reportedly, PhotoBucket now wants you to pay before being allowed to link to your library from other sites. That possible? [/quote] In that case, any recommendations for alternative free quality photo hosting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456767387' post='2992051'] I'm sure I used to use the Direct link and when I clicked on it, it used to say COPIED in the box.[/quote] [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1456769200' post='2992076']The link you want is the IMG one. The format should look like this: [code][IMG]http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n249/BigRedX/Forum-Banner-2_zpszyj7v3et.gif[/IMG][/code] [/quote] I've always used the Direct link too, on the grounds that the Image link more easily gives out your Photobucket address which, if you haven't passworded it, gives folk access to all of your content, which some users may find inappropriate. Test for a Direct link P'bucket pic with no Flash installed.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 I'm really confused now Big Stu! I looked at what BRX said and the only link I can see that has an "i" before the number is the Direct link. The others have an "s". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456769579' post='2992083'] In that case, any recommendations for alternative free quality photo hosting? [/quote] I use Imgur (it's free...); here's what it looks like (the correct link for Basschat is in green...) ... Hope this helps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456770454' post='2992112'] I'm really confused now Big Stu! I looked at what BRX said and the only link I can see that has an "i" before the number is the Direct link. The others have an "s". [/quote] It is strange - but you're not alone, I've seen someone on TGP with the same issue as you and paid subs were mentioned as an explanation. It might be that Photobucket just haven't got round to applying the settings to my account yet. I take it your Pbucket window looks like this one and the link you're using is the one circled? The "IMG" link that BRX mentions is the one below it. And, obviously that you're clicking the picture icon - in the BC post window? Edited February 29, 2016 by Big_Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1456771132' post='2992127'] It is strange - but you're not alone, I've seen someone on TGP with the same issue as you and paid subs were mentioned as an explanation. It might be that Photobucket just haven't got round to applying the settings to my account yet. I take it your Pbucket window looks like this one and the link you're using is the one circled? The "IMG" link that BRX mentions is the one below it. And, obviously that you're clicking the picture icon - in the BC post window? [/quote] Yes, exactly that and it will not work for me. Just doesn't copy the link form where it used to on my old PC (exactly where you have circled). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1456770791' post='2992118'] I use Imgur (it's free...); here's what it looks like (the correct link for Basschat is in green...) ... Hope this helps... [/quote] Just tried Google Photo's which didn't work either. I feel I have nothing to lose in try your suggestion. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 " class="ipsImage" /> Nope. Doesn't like Imgur either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456771738' post='2992134'] Yes, exactly that and it will not work for me. Just doesn't copy the link form where it used to on my old PC (exactly where you have circled). [/quote] That's because your new Mac doesn't have Flash installed. There's a little .swf (Flash) element on the page that automatically copies the contents of the link field that you click on, into the clipboard of your computer. IIRC without Flash installed you can't even select the link let alone copy it. I always copy my links from the thumbnail view in the album, which doesn't rely on having Flash but you do have to manually copy the code (either using command-c or from the edit menu). I don't worry about the link giving away my album, because I have a separate Photobucket account just for use with Basschat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1456770791' post='2992118'] I use Imgur (it's free...)...............Hope this helps...[/quote] This seems to be the general consensus on TGP too - lots of people Stateside giving up on P'bucket there, one person with Mac issues linking, the rest with dropouts, freezing and stacks of ads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1456772341' post='2992147'] That's because your new Mac doesn't have Flash installed. There's a little .swf (Flash) element on the page that automatically copies the contents of the link field that you click on, into the clipboard of your computer. IIRC without Flash installed you can't even select the link let alone copy it. I always copy my links from the thumbnail view in the album, which doesn't rely on having Flash but you do have to manually copy the code (either using command-c or from the edit menu). I don't worry about the link giving away my album, because I have a separate Photobucket account just for use with Basschat. [/quote] Just trying this. I have all the thumbnails in the album on screen. Which bit do I copy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456772280' post='2992146'] " class="ipsImage" /> Nope. Doesn't like Imgur either. [/quote] Hope you don't mind - I had a bit of a nosey with your link & it does direct to the pic, but for Pbucket it's a big pic - nearly 2MB? Might be something to do with it, though I'm no expert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1456772668' post='2992152'] Hope you don't mind - I had a bit of a nosey with your link & it does direct to the pic, but for Pbucket it's a big pic - nearly 2MB? Might be something to do with it, though I'm no expert. [/quote] No bother at all. Just a snap I took on my iPhone of the amp I have for sale. I presume with that link information you cannot post that pic either? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I think the problem might be with the way the code is being entered into the Basschat reply field. If I go to that Imgur link and make my own IMG tags the photo appears OK (in the preview window at least). If I try to quote your Imgur post the code appears to be broken - the opening IMG tag is lost, but then the photo appears after quote. Like this: [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456772280' post='2992146'] " class="ipsImage" /> Nope. Doesn't like Imgur either. [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Big_Stu Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1456772842' post='2992154'] No bother at all. Just a snap I took on my iPhone of the amp I have for sale. I presume with that link information you cannot post that pic either? [/quote] I made your pic (assuming this link is correct and what you intended?) into a 500px wide png file in Pshop. This link is from my Pbucket account though. I couldn't (and didn't try) access your accounts from the info on the file. Edit: Looks like a similar route to BRX. Edited February 29, 2016 by Big_Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Very weird. The only way I could make the image actually display in the forum properly was to copy the URL from between the IMG tags into the address field of a new browser window and then copy the address again into the reply field in Basschat with my own IMG tags that I typed myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 [quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1456773058' post='2992163'] Edit: Looks like a similar route to BRX. [/quote] No mine is exactly what HJH was trying to do except that I accessed the photo URL directly and then made my own IMG tags in the Basschat reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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